LEGAL ASPECT OF THE ACTIVITY OF A FOREIGN CORRESPONDENT

Abstract

The article discusses the legal status of foreign correspondents operating in the territory of the Russian Federation. The legal aspects of the stay of journalists in the state, the features of their accreditation are highlighted. Foreign practice regarding the regulation of the activities of foreign agents is considered. Today the legal status of foreign agents is not clearly defined. Current legal regulations require further adjustments regarding the regulation of foreign online resources and their representatives in the Russian Federation. The description of a foreign agent includes not only representatives of traditional media, but also those who publish their materials on any online resources, information portals, and various YouTube channels. These materials will be considered “foreign media materials”, if it turns out that the author receives foreign funding.